Spicy Puffed Rice Snack (tasty Girmit Masala)

Spicy Puffed Rice Snack (Tasty Girmit Masala) is a popular street food from Uttara Karnataka Cuisine, known for its spicy and tangy flavors. This quick and easy snack is perfect for satisfying those savory cravings.

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Spicy Puffed Rice Snack (tasty Girmit Masala)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups puffed rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tomato, finely chopped
  • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup peanuts
  • 1/4 cup roasted gram (putani)
  • 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon chaat masala
  • 1 tablespoon tamarind pulp
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oil

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the puffed rice, chopped onion, tomato, green chilies, peanuts, roasted gram, and coriander leaves.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the turmeric powder, red chili powder, chaat masala, tamarind pulp, and salt to make the masala paste.
  3. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the masala paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour the hot masala over the puffed rice mixture and toss well to coat evenly.
  5. Spicy Puffed Rice Snack (Tasty Girmit Masala) is ready to be served. Enjoy the crunchy and flavorful snack!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
3g
Fat
4g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Small bowl Pan

Tools

Spoon Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Spicy Puffed Rice Snack as a tea-time snack or as a crunchy accompaniment to your evening beverage.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add more green chilies or a dash of hot sauce to the masala paste.

Cost

$5